Becoming a member.
Indicate your interest.
Are you ready to make Immanuel your home church? That’s fantastic! Contact the church office via phone or email or attend a worship service and fill out a Connection Card and indicate your interest in membership.
Connect with the our pastor.
After we’ve received your connection request, you will receive a call from the pastor who will answer your questions about the church and strive to learn more about your journey in faith.
New Member Orientation & Affirmation.
New Member Orientation take place in the spring and the fall each year. The orientation only lasts roughly one hour, and includes information about the church, current events and activities, some of the church’s history and a tour of the church facility.
Following the New Member Session we formally receive new members on a Sunday morning in worship at 9 am through the Affirmation of Baptism service.
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FAQs
Can I take communion if I am not a member?
All are welcome at our table. Whether you’re visiting friends or family who attend Immanuel Lutheran Church, or you’re new to the community and simply looking for your faith community you are welcome to take communion with us.
Is there a nursery?
Yes! We have a nursery for you to use. It is complete with tons of toys appropriate for all ages, a changing table, a unisex bathroom and sink for washing hands.
Where do I park?
When you get to Immanuel Lutheran Church, you can park in our parking lot on the West side of our building.
How do I become a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church?
The first step is contacting our Pastor to communicate your intention. He would love to meet you and learn more about your faith journey and talk more about all that Immanuel has to offer. In addition, each year we host two to three new member classes to familiarize new members with our church and to gather new members together! You are welcome and encouraged to join our services at any time, even before your new member orientation.
What does “ELCA” mean?
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is one of the largest Christian denominations in the United States, with nearly 3.3 million members in more than 8,900 worshiping communities across the 50 states and in the Caribbean region. Learn more on their website.
What should I wear?
Come as you are, all are welcome at our table. We have members from all walks of life from teachers and firefighters to lawyers and doctors. We are here to celebrate our faith and join together to celebrate Christ.
I am not baptized - Will I be turned away?
Absolutely not. We are a faith community comprised of people who are in all different places on their faith journey. Come in, learn with us, and ask the hard questions. There’s no better place to start than at the beginning!
Member Testimonials
“Traditional and contemporary services. Welcoming atmosphere. Every family matters here!”
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— Karen Randall, Member
“Like Wow!”
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— Angela Meyer, Google
“After a taking a long sabbatical from the Christian faith, attending church at Immanuel was a breath of fresh air. Its a great community. Warm and friendly! ”
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— Anneliese Walker, Member
“On this occasion, I went to the Church service in the parking lot ❤ Like a drive-in movie, but a service ❤ It was beautifully done, great pastor, well picked hymns, and the whole service was able to be picked up on an FM radio station! It was great to have this option for service, during an uncertain time, and being safe 🙂 They spread us out every other parking space! Worked like a charm!”
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— Helen Ferguson, Google Review